Thursday, March 04, 2010

In Memoriam

When it's dark ahead

When it's dark ahead



At times when


it is dark all around ,


all paths left behind


disappear


and nothing


seems to exist ahead


it's best to


stay still ,


and face


anything


and everything

that happens .

                  ~ Manaswini Paladugu

The poem above has been reproduced without the permission of the poet since she has gone where I cannot reach her anymore. But yes, memories still exist. Memories of a spontaneous person with child like enthusiasm for everything that surrounded her. Someone who did not hesitate to go on solitary rambles, or to wander off into the wilderness.

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